Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause 101. 
This is an interview I did with my friend and co-founder of a menopause clinic Alloy, Monica Molenaar.
Why I care about women and sex and hormones
The definition of menopause and how we aren’t educated about what menopause actually is and the symptoms that can arise
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
The types of bladder leakage and how
estrogen can help
The different types of estrogen –
vaginal and systemic
Why we need vaginal estrogen even when we are not sexually active
Why I have a cream bias with vaginal estrogen, and other options.
Vaginal estrogen will not help your hot flashes.
Myths about who can and can’t use
vaginal estrogen.
Biologic changes of the
skin of the vulva after menopause      
How the clitoris works.
Scream Cream – what it is and does it work. 
Favorite lubes and I explain why I like what I like
Gen X is the lowest users of vibrators in America
There are many papers showing transdermal estrogen does not increase your clot risk above what it already is.
I explain the Women’s Health Initiative study and how it hurt women by creating fear.
Vaginal estrogen is equivalent in efficacy to the common overactive bladder medications.  Why not restore function instead of taking
the side effects of the overactive bladder medications?
When should you stop using
your seatbelt, sunscreen and vaginal estrogen?
Urinary tract infections put people in the hospital and kill them – this is not a hangnail. 
Can estrogen alone help all pain with sex?
What do they new Menopause guidelines say about the window for starting systemic hormones and how long can you take them.
The role of androgens and testosterone in the genitals.
 
ACOG Position Statement of using vaginal estrogen in breast cancer patients
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Empowering women (and the partners who love them) to live their best mid lives. Combining the power of mind-work, body-science and relationships, I joyously smash the societal barriers that are keeping us from living our best intimate lives. Whether you are young or past menopause, single or in a long-term relationship, it is never too late or too early to realize YOU ARE NOT BROKEN. With humor, candor and ease, I break down the stories that we have been told about being sexual beings, to help us play, and normalize our intimacy and health. Nothing in this podcast is personal medical advice, of course.

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267. Kelly and Stacy London on "Hello Menopause"
Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses the lack of education and research around menopause, the role of testosterone in female physiology, and the challenges of hormone therapy. She emphasizes the need for more funding for human research and the importance of individualized treatment for menopause. Dr. Casperson also addresses the restrictions and challenges in prescribing testosterone for women. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to menopause, hormone therapy, and women's health. It delves into the challenges women face in accessing appropriate healthcare, the impact of hormone imbalance on mental health, and the importance of hormone therapy in midlife. The conversation also highlights the need for better understanding and treatment of menopause-related issues, as well as the role of preventative medicine in women's health.
Takeaways
The lack of education and research around menopause is a significant issue that affects the understanding and treatment of menopausal symptoms.
Testosterone plays a crucial role in female physiology, and its decline during menopause can have a significant impact on various aspects of health and well-being.
Individualized treatment for menopause is essential, and the challenges in prescribing testosterone for women highlight the need for more accessible and effective hormone therapy options. The importance of affordable and accessible hormone therapy for women in midlife.
The impact of hormone imbalance on mental health and the need for appropriate treatment.
The need for better understanding and treatment of menopause-related issues.
The role of preventative medicine in women's health and the importance of advocating for oneself in healthcare decisions.
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267. Kelly and Stacy London on "Hello Menopause"

Dr. Maria Uloko, a urologist specializing in comprehensive sexual health, discusses her journey into urology and sex medicine. 
She shares how she became interested in urology through a serendipitous encounter with a female urologist and her passion for surgery. 
Dr. Uloko also talks about the importance of representation in medicine and her research on vulvar health. She highlights the need for better healthcare policies and advocacy to improve patient care and physician well-being. 
The conversation touches on the challenges of the current healthcare system, including the degradation of the doctor-patient relationship and the lack of support for physicians. 
Dr. Maria Uloko discusses the importance of physicians being involved in health tech and the need for their expertise in decision-making. She shares her journey into health tech and her passion for democratizing healthcare, particularly in women's health. Maria highlights the gendered access to healthcare and the lack of patient resources. 
She explains her vision for VULVAI, an AI-powered platform that provides accurate and evidence-based information to empower patients in their healthcare decisions. Dr. Maria emphasizes the need for patients to be educated and advocates for themselves, and the importance of challenging misinformation in healthcare.
Takeaways
Representation in medicine is crucial for inspiring and diversifying the field.
The current healthcare system is not sustainable and needs significant policy changes.
Physicians are facing burnout and leaving the profession due to lack of support and excessive workload.
The doctor-patient relationship is deteriorating, and there is a need to prioritize and protect it.
Advocacy and education are essential for improving patient care and addressing healthcare disparities. Physicians should be involved in health tech and decision-making processes to ensure that solutions are effective and work for patients.
There is a need to democratize healthcare, particularly in women's health, and provide equal access to resources and information.
VULVAI is an AI-powered platform that aims to empower patients by providing accurate and evidence-based information for their healthcare decisions.
Patients should be educated and empowered to advocate for themselves and challenge misinformation in healthcare.
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266. Health Tech - Revolutionizing Vulvar Health with Dr. Uloko

In this episode, Dr. Ellen Gendler, a New York City dermatologist, discusses the role of estrogen in skincare and hair care. She shares her journey on social media and addresses the stigma of vanity in skincare. 
Dr. Gendler emphasizes the importance of using topical estrogen in selected areas of the face and hands, highlighting the need for longer-term studies on its efficacy. 
She also recommends incorporating vitamin C and DNA repair enzymes into skincare routines. Additionally, she discusses the differences between prescription tretinoin and over-the-counter retinols, emphasizing the importance of sunscreen in protecting the skin from sun damage.
In this conversation, Dr. Ellen Gendler discusses various topics related to skincare and haircare. She talks about the effectiveness of moisturizers and the impact of alcohol on the skin. She also addresses midlife hair loss and the different treatment options available. Dr. Gendler shares her insights on eyebrow growth and microblading, as well as the use of Botox and fillers. 
She provides her perspective on exosomes and peptides in skincare and haircare products. Finally, she emphasizes the importance of using retinoids and sunscreen for healthy skin and discusses the role of dental health in facial aging.
Takeaways
Moisturizers are not always effective, and alcohol can dehydrate the skin and cause flares of rosacea.
Midlife hair loss is a common issue, and there are various treatment options available, including spironolactone and minoxidil.
Microblading can be risky and may lead to scarring, while eyebrow pencils are a safer and cheaper alternative.
Botox can be a miracle treatment when done correctly, but it should be administered by a trained professional.
Fillers can enhance facial features, but it's important to choose a skilled injector and avoid permanent fillers.
Exosomes and peptides in skincare and haircare products are not yet proven to slow down the aging process.
Retinoids and sunscreen are essential for healthy skin, and dental health plays a role in facial aging.
It's important to be discerning when it comes to skincare and haircare products and choose what works best for you.
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265. Estrogen For Your Face

264. Cervical Cancer, Birth Control, Vulvar Pain, Gaslighting with Dr. Andrew Goldstein
Dr. Goldstein was previously on Episodes 68 and 69! Go check out the back episodes.
Dr. Goldstein is a gynecologist and is a past president of ISSWSH. He is a top world expert in vulvar pain and is actively involved in research and has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters on female sexual dysfunction, sexual pain disorders, lichen sclerosis, lichen simplex chronicus, vulvodynia, and vulvar vestibulitis syndrome (vestibulodynia).
Dr. Goldstein has a strong commitment to global medicine and is probably still jet lagged from his recent trip to Cambodia.
In this episode of the You're Not Broken podcast, Dr. Andrew Goldstein discusses various topics related to women's health, including cervical cancer screening and prevention, the global impact of cervical cancer, dispelling myths about HPV vaccination, his book 'When Sex Hurts,' abstracts presented at Isswsh, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and pelvic pain, mast cell activation syndrome and vulvar pain, and the upcoming Vulvodynia Therapeutics Research Summit. The conversation covers the need for funding and collaboration in vulvodynia research, the potential of chemical vestibulotomy as a treatment, the impact of birth control on vulvar issues, the importance of pain control for procedures, and the issue of gaslighting and believing women's pain.
Takeaways
Cervical cancer is a leading cause of cancer death in women worldwide, particularly in resource-poor countries where screening is lacking.
Vaccination against HPV can prevent cervical cancer and other related cancers, but there is a need to increase vaccination rates globally.
Misconceptions about HPV vaccination leading to increased sexual activity are unfounded, and vaccination is crucial for preventing HPV-related diseases.
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and mast cell activation syndrome are emerging as significant contributors to vulvar and pelvic pain, and further research is needed to develop effective treatments.
The Vulvodynia Therapeutics Research Summit aims to bring together experts to explore novel treatments for vulvodynia and improve patient outcomes. Funding and collaboration are crucial for advancing research on vulvodynia.
Chemical vestibulotomy shows promise as a treatment for neuroproliferative vestibulodynia.
Birth control can have an impact on vulvar issues, and it is important for healthcare providers to discuss potential side effects with patients.
Pain control should be prioritized during procedures, such as IUD insertion.
Women's pain needs to be believed and relieved, and gaslighting should be addressed in healthcare settings.
https://vulvodynia.com/
https://www.gyncancer.org/

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264. Cervical Cancer, Birth Control, Vulvar Pain, Gaslighting with Dr. Andrew Goldstein

263. Women Are Capable of Making Decisions: Grown Woman Talk With Dr. Sharon Malone
Dr. Malone is a nationally known expert in women’s health and a vocal advocate for menopause awareness and evidence-based information about hormone replacement therapy. A certified Menopause Practitioner, she believes that all women should be able to make decisions regarding their health and quality of life based on facts – not fear.
Her first book, Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy, is out now and is a New York Times Bestseller!
Dr. Sharon Malone, an expert in women's health and menopause, discusses her transition from traditional OB-GYN practice to menopause care and her role at Alloy Women's Health. She emphasizes the importance of telehealth in providing access to care for perimenopausal and menopausal women. Dr. Malone also addresses misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy and the need for individualized treatment decisions.
She highlights the gender disparities in medicine and the need for more research on women's health. Additionally, Dr. Malone discusses the role of testosterone in menopause and the challenges in accessing and prescribing it for women. In this conversation, Dr. Sharon Malone and Dr. Kelly Casperson discuss various topics related to women's health, including the lack of FDA approval for testosterone preparation for women and the need for more research on testosterone in women.
They also highlight the additional struggles faced by African American women and minorities in menopause and emphasize the importance of advocating for women's health and quality of life. The conversation provides practical advice on how to advocate for oneself in medical conversations and emphasizes the importance of being prepared and efficient in doctor's visits. Lastly, they debunk the inaccurate breast cancer risk statistic of one in eight.
There is a need for FDA approval of testosterone preparation for women and more research on testosterone in women.
African American women and minorities face additional struggles in menopause and may have difficulty accessing appropriate treatments.
Advocating for women's health and quality of life is crucial, and patients should be prepared and efficient in medical conversations.
Knowing one's medications and their purpose is important for effective communication with healthcare providers.
The commonly cited breast cancer risk statistic of one in eight is inaccurate and can cause unnecessary fear.
https://www.drsharonmalone.com/
https://www.instagram.com/smalonemd/
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Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy
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